African Teak Tree (Milicia excelsa)
₹2,500.00 Regular Price
₹800.00Sale Price
Excluding Taxes
Scientific Name: Milicia excelsa — Iroko.
Native Home: Tropical West, Central, and East Africa.
Height: 30–50 metres.
Lifespan: Several centuries under suitable conditions.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Durable, termite-resistant hardwood used in construction and furniture.
Harvesting: Mature trees are selectively felled for valuable timber.
Age to Harvest: Typically 50–80 years or longer for large timber.
Products: Flooring, furniture, doors, boats, and outdoor structures.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used for buildings, canoes, and carved objects in many African communities.
Global Spread: Native to African tropical forests and traded internationally as iroko timber.
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